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Member only 26 May 2022

What you need to know about Government support measures on cost of living

On 26 May, the Chancellor announced a set of measures to address the rising cost of living. We have summarised the key elements of the announcement and alongside our full response.

Member only 13 May 2022

What you need to know about the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill

The Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill is intended to support the government’s commitment to ‘level up’ the UK by reversing geographical disparities as outlined in the Levelling Up White Paper.

Member only 11 May 2022

What you need to know about the Queen's Speech 2022

This member briefing outlines the housing-related bills mentioned in the Queen's Speech and CIH's response to the speech.

10 May 2022

CIH's submission to the DHLUC consultation on local connection requirements on social housing for victims of domestic abuse

CIH's response to the consultation highlights the importance of access to social housing for domestic abuse victims and their families.

10 May 2022

CIH submission to DLUHC consultation regarding the impact of joint tenancies on victims of domestic abuse

CIH's response addresses the reasons why being a joint tenant can be an impediment to leaving an abusive relationship.

05 May 2022

CIH submission to the All Party Parliamentary Group on housing and care for older people - Making retirement living affordable: the role of shared ownership housing

CIH's submission looks at how planning for a variety of housing options for older people can help to meet housing and care needs.

04 May 2022

CIH consultation submission for the proposed Vagrancy Act 1824 replacement legislation

CIH's response to the consultation on proposals to replace the Vagrancy Act

CIH have submitted our consultation response to the Department for Levelling Up Housing and Communities (DLUHC) on the proposed replacement legislation for the Vagrancy Act.  Whilst we warmly welcome the repeal of the outdated Vagrancy Act we have concerns on the further legislation being proposed.

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Member only 03 May 2022

What you need to know about the Building Safety Act

After receiving Royal Assent on 28 April 2022, the Building Safety Act will come into full effect over the next 18 months.

Member only 14 Apr 2022

Consultation briefing: draft guidance on the provision of equipment and adaptations

This briefing summarises the Scottish Government consultation on new guidance for the provision of equipment and adaptations.

14 Apr 2022

CIH response to the draft Investment Strategy for Northern Ireland 2050

This is a response to the consultation by the Northern Ireland Executive on the draft Investment Strategy for Northern Ireland 2050: A Framework for Transformation.

Free 12 Apr 2022

Consultation response: Rented Sector Stratgey

CIH Scotland response to the Scottish Government consultation on a new Rented Sector Strategy covering both the social and private rented sector.

Member only 04 Apr 2022

Focus on influencing Scotland: April 2022

This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.

28 Mar 2022

UK Housing Review 2022

The UK Housing Review is a key resource for housing professionals, leaders and policymakers across the public and private housing sectors in the UK.

If you're not a member and would like to access a PDF copy of the UK Housing Review 2022, you can purchase this from the CIH Bookshop

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28 Mar 2022

UK Housing Review 2022 - executive summary

The UK Housing Review brings together the most important housing statistics for England (and its regions), Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

If you're a CIH member, you can now access the UK Housing Review as part of your membership. If you're not a member and would like to get a copy, you can purchase this from the CIH bookshop.

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Free 28 Mar 2022

Consultation response: prevention of homelessness duties

This is the CIH Scotland's response to the joint consultation from the Scottish Government and COSLA on proposals to introduce a duty to prevent homelessness.